English–Japanese
“coming to light” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajihakkaku
Example
彼のうそが発覚しました。kare no u so ga hak kaku shi ma shi ta
His lie came to light.
How to say “coming to light” in Japanese
“Coming to light” in Japanese is 発覚 (hakkaku).
Describes a hidden fact or problem becoming known after it has remained out of sight.
Example sentences with 発覚
不正の発覚をきっかけに、制度が見直されました。fu sei no hak kaku o ki kka ke ni sei do ga mi nao sa re ma shi ta
The discovery of wrongdoing led to a review of the system.
Tips for using 発覚
- In formal news and conversation, 発覚 (hakkaku) often describes a lie, problem, or wrongdoing becoming known, giving it a more serious tone than a simple discovery.